ZGF is thrilled to be recognized by multiple local, national, and international awards organizations this month. From civic spaces that leave a positive and lasting impact on the communities they serve, to places of deep learning that reflect climate and context, to individuals who are leading the industry, we’re excited to celebrate our hard work and dedication to the ZGF ethos of designing for people and place.

See below for a roundup of October 2025 awards:

• AIA Los Angeles Design Awards, Merit Award: Grand Challenges 
• AIA Oregon Architecture Awards, Honor Award: Portland International Airport Main Terminal  
• AIA Oregon Architecture Awards, Merit Award: La Plaza Esperanza 
• AIA Oregon Architecture Awards, Citation Award: Camp Namanu 
• AIA Oregon, 2025 Emerging Professional of the Year: Savannah Sinowitz, AIA 
• Architectural Record Awards, Best of Category, Transportation and Infrastructure: Portland International Airport Main Terminal 
• Building Design + Construction, 40 Under 40 Class of 2025: Chris Somma, AIA 
• DJC Oregon, 2025 Women of Vision: Rena Simon, AIA 
• ENR West, 2025 Northwest Project of the Year Finalist: La Plaza Esperanza  
• Holcim Foundation Awards, North American Region: Portland International Airport Main Terminal 
• IIDA Healthcare Design Awards, Best of Category, Hospitals - Pediatric: Cincinnati Children's Critical Care Expansion and Renovation 
• IIDA Northern Pacific Chapter INawards, People’s Choice Award: Northeastern University 310 Terry 
• IIDA Oregon Design Excellence Awards, Best of Category, Public & Civic: La Plaza Esperanza 
• IIDA Oregon Design Excellence Awards, Juror’s Choice Award: Portland International Airport Main Terminal  
• Metropolis Planet Positive Awards, Best of Category, Infrastructure: Portland International Airport Main Terminal